Where do I submit the application for a passport name change?

by Bhumika
(Seattle)

Question: My passport was issued less than 1 year ago and I want to change name. After I complete the form, where can I submit it along with the necessary documents?

I am from Seattle, Washington. Please suggest the nearest place where I can submit the name change application to complete my process. Thank you. Waiting for your reply.

Answer: There are a few different places you can submit your name change application depending on how quickly you need to get your passport back.

There are two addresses provided on Form DS-5504: Application for a U.S. Passport Name Change, Data Correction, and Limited Passport Book Replacement. One address is for routine service. This takes 4-6 weeks to complete. The other address is for expedited service. This takes 2-3 weeks to complete.

Note: If you request expedited service, be sure to include a payment of $60 and write the word "Expedite" on the outside of the envelope. It is also recommended that you use a two-way overnight delivery method that can deliver to a P.O. Box.

If you need to get your name changed in the passport in less than two weeks, you can visit the regional passport agency. For complete details, click the link below.

Seattle Passport Agency

If you do not have time to visit the Seattle agency yourself, you can get a professional passport expediter to submit the name change application for you. For more information, click the link below.

Apply to Expedite Passport Name Change